Thursday, June 4, 2009

Nice Day for a White Wedding....Shower!

So, my friend Casey asked me to design an 80's theme wedding shower invitation for her, and put together some party ideas. I was absolutely thrilled to do so. This had to be one of the funnest parties I've researched in a while! From a "totally awesome" themed candy bar, to fun neon decorations. I think she will be able to pull this party off with a bang. So, to give credit where credit is due, here are some sites that I pulled some inspiration from...

Thoughtful Day Blog had a great 80's theme baby shower. This is where I pulled the colorful balloons and rubix cube/garbage pail kids/mario bros cake from.

Entertain Exchange has instructions for the 80's themed jello centerpieces with the light up faux ice cubes. I also like the idea of using zebra print scrapbook paper to add a little punch to the tables...throw some hot pink tulle on there and you are totally retro.

Ashcroft Photography Blog is where I found the neat photos of the 80's table decor, and movie/toy themed centerpieces. Those have to be my favorite with the Slinky's kind of tumbling out of the baskets...Love it!!

And any 80's party wouldn't be complete without a photo op! Definitely set up a "prom" type background, or a fun splatter painted drop cloth with life size cutouts of your favorite 80's characters. Using a Polaroid camera or just your digital one, let everyone take fun pictures. They can carry them home with a goody bag, or later the bride and groom can use their digital copies in Thank You cards... Lots of options for this party!! Enjoy.

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Totally Tina

Well, I am the mother of a beautiful little girl named Catie Mae. The wife of a great man named Michael. And the owner of a little dog named Max. I love crafts, sewing, cooking, entertaining and everything creative. I hope this blog gives me a place to express my artsy side. I feel like it's just bursting at the seams sometimes!